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International Conventions and Agreements on Hazardous Waste

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Which international convention aims to control the transboundary movement of hazardous wastes and their disposal?

  1. Basel Convention

  2. Stockholm Convention

  3. Rotterdam Convention

  4. Montreal Protocol


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their Disposal is an international treaty that aims to reduce the transboundary movement of hazardous waste and to minimize the generation of such waste.

What is the primary objective of the Rotterdam Convention?

  1. To promote the safe use of chemicals

  2. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To protect human health and the environment from persistent organic pollutants


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Rotterdam Convention aims to promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals and pesticides in international trade, in order to protect human health and the environment.

Which convention focuses on the reduction and eventual elimination of persistent organic pollutants (POPs)?

  1. Basel Convention

  2. Stockholm Convention

  3. Rotterdam Convention

  4. Montreal Protocol


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) aims to reduce and eventually eliminate the production, use, and release of persistent organic pollutants into the environment.

What is the purpose of the Montreal Protocol?

  1. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To protect human health and the environment from persistent organic pollutants


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer aims to reduce the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs).

Which international agreement aims to prevent, reduce, and eliminate marine pollution from ships?

  1. MARPOL Convention

  2. London Convention

  3. Paris Convention

  4. Helsinki Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) aims to prevent, reduce, and eliminate marine pollution from ships, including pollution by oil, chemicals, sewage, and garbage.

What is the main objective of the London Convention?

  1. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To prevent marine pollution by dumping of wastes and other matter


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The London Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter aims to prevent marine pollution by dumping of wastes and other matter from ships, aircraft, and platforms.

Which convention focuses on the protection of the marine environment of the Baltic Sea?

  1. MARPOL Convention

  2. London Convention

  3. Paris Convention

  4. Helsinki Convention


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Helsinki Convention on the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Baltic Sea Area aims to protect the marine environment of the Baltic Sea from pollution and other harmful effects.

What is the purpose of the Paris Convention?

  1. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To prevent marine pollution from ships


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Paris Convention for the Prevention of Marine Pollution from Land-Based Sources aims to prevent marine pollution from land-based sources, such as industrial discharges, sewage, and agricultural runoff.

Which international agreement aims to reduce air pollution from ships?

  1. MARPOL Convention

  2. London Convention

  3. Paris Convention

  4. Helsinki Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The MARPOL Convention includes regulations to reduce air pollution from ships, such as limits on sulfur oxide and nitrogen oxide emissions.

What is the purpose of the Basel Ban Amendment?

  1. To ban the export of hazardous waste from developed to developing countries

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To prevent marine pollution from ships


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Basel Ban Amendment to the Basel Convention bans the export of hazardous waste from developed to developing countries, except for certain specific cases.

Which international convention aims to protect the marine environment of the North-East Atlantic Ocean?

  1. MARPOL Convention

  2. London Convention

  3. Paris Convention

  4. OSPAR Convention


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The OSPAR Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the North-East Atlantic aims to protect the marine environment of the North-East Atlantic Ocean from pollution and other harmful effects.

What is the main objective of the Waigani Convention?

  1. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To protect the marine environment of the Pacific Ocean


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Waigani Convention on the Protection and Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment of the Pacific Ocean aims to protect the marine environment of the Pacific Ocean from pollution and other harmful effects.

Which international agreement aims to reduce air pollution from mobile sources?

  1. MARPOL Convention

  2. London Convention

  3. Paris Convention

  4. Geneva Convention


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Geneva Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution aims to reduce air pollution from mobile sources, such as vehicles, by setting emission standards.

What is the purpose of the Bamako Convention?

  1. To control the transboundary movement of hazardous waste

  2. To promote the informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals

  3. To reduce the production of ozone-depleting substances

  4. To protect the environment of Africa from hazardous waste


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bamako Convention on the Ban of the Import into Africa and the Control of Transboundary Movement and Management of Hazardous Wastes within Africa aims to protect the environment of Africa from hazardous waste.

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